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The strategy behind the debacle at GCC
This is a reflection of democracy, as the majority must decide who will lead. But it is also a reflection of strategic manoeuvering that does not always come to the fore. It came as a surprise to many, even the opposition, that the councillor for...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE
Correspondent 11 October 2011
The BNF and BDP's fight for the attention of the ANC: 1912-2004
The Beware of Wolves in Sheep Skins was an attack on Pamphlet No.1 by Daniel Kwelagobe in the 1970s (Kwelagobe c.1979). However, some BNF members got carried away by accusations and the perception of the BDP having been an anti-ANC outfit. For...
CHRISTIAN JOHN MAKGALA 11 October 2011
My HIV testing nightmare at a govt hospital
This was aptly demonstrated by the treatment this writer and hordes of other enthusiastic Batswana and people of other nationalities bent on knowing their status were subjected to on Wednesday. The Ministry of Health has been running campaigns...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Woes of a pseudo motorist
For instance, I was utterly shocked upon going to a 'gas station' in the United States and realising I had to fill the tank myself! Fortunately, I was with a local, and he laughed at me as he went about doing the job. I have thought about this Do It...
Kereeditse Lefatsi
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Ontiretse mosweunyane - midwife par-excellence
She would over the course of five decades deliver babies and yes, those babies' babies! For women who had MmaIneeleng deliver their babies once, there was no question over whom they would choose as their midwife. Something about the old woman drew...
Gothataone Moeng
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Umbrella - a common goal
According to recent media articles there seems to be a lot of dissent between some of the negotiating partners of the umbrella project. As an ardent supporter of the umbrella project, I feel compelled to express myself by writing part of my thinking...
MOHAMED KHAN 11 October 2011
The ups and downs of opposition cooperation
At times it does not rain but pours for the Umbrella. Sometimes it is too windy. There are also days of calm. But this week has not been good for the opposition cooperation project and the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) must be happy. That...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE 11 October 2011
'We will deliver the Umbrella' - Modubule
Mmegi - It has been an eventful week for you. You had a press conference yesterday (Wednesday) and this morning you were on radio. How would you describe the state of the talks as we speak now? Modubule - Well, the talks are on track. I am confident...
11 October 2011
A forgettable independence day
In my neighbourhood, everything was normal: kids played in front of their houses, an inconsistent trickle of cars drove past, one, two, three people walked to and fro past my house, my housemates slept and woke up in time for repeats of their...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
The Steve Jobs factor
In the personal-computing business - which moved from the bulky Apple II to the sleek and intelligent iPhone 4s (announced the day before Steve's death) - Steve was the only true showman of what is now one of the world's biggest industries. He...
Esther Dyson 11 October 2011
ETCETERA II
By Monday, there will be only four countries left in the current rugby world championship and if South Africa is not one of them we can expect the value of the Rand to drop dramatically and all those green shirts wandering around Gaborone to be...
sandy grant 11 October 2011
Obama's israel problem
Former New York City Mayor Edward Koch supported a Catholic Republican congressional candidate against a Jewish Democrat in New York, because the Republican supports Israel through thick and thin - and because Obama had voiced reservations about...
Ian Buruma 11 October 2011
Botswana, haven for Malawian swindler witchdoctors
Now, earning the title doctor is much easier than it used to be. For instance, a young man who can gather a few herbs from some bushes in Malawi can earn that title. If he can muster more courage and dare trek down south, not only can he earn the...
Mallick Mnela
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Miracles that change lives at Winning Life Ministries
With big red words 'Miracle Place' engraved on the front wall of the building, the church has indeed changed the lives of many. Many people have spoken about the miracles at the church and the positive change in their lives. On Independence Day, the...
Keabetswe Newel
Correspondent 11 October 2011
It's plain sailing for BMW Capital Motors big guns
BDF VI, Kutlwano, Mafolofolo, Police VI, Itekeng, Desert Kings, Spartans and Diphatsa qualified for the quarterfinals in the men's pool, while women's sides, Kutlwano, Mafolofolo, Kalavango and BDF VI are through. Men's defending champions, BDF...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Systems continue giant-killing spree
Over the weekend, they claimed the scalp of yet another giant, Mochudi Buffaloes winning 2-1. Already the new comers have beaten Killer Giants and thrashed seasoned campaigners, Masitaoka 4-0. Their win over Buffaloes shot them to second place behind...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 11 October 2011
ECCO winger breaks leg in car crash
The player is said to have been travelling with friends when the driver lost control and the vehicle veered off the road on Saturday night. 'Mamoja Diskie' secretary general, Moses Special confirmed the accident, which occurred around 9pm. "I was...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Three nations carry Southern Africa's hopes
South Africa, Malawi and Zimbabwe faltered at the last hurdle and the region would now pin its hopes on the three nations.The Zebras would be making their debut at the biennial tournament, which Equatorial Guinea and Gabon will be co-hosting next...
MQONDISI DUBE
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Nico capitalise on Chiefs' slip up
The two sides have both collected 19 points from eight games with Chiefs ahead on a superior goal difference.Chiefs' speedy winger, Joel Mogorosi ,rescued the log leaders with a late equaliser at the Molepolole Sports Complex on Saturday. Ronald...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
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11 October 2011
Let him grow old and live a life full of nothing
This is an Argentinean film that swept the Best Foreign Language Film Academy Awards last year. It has also gleaned recognition as an art form in many other countries. The Secret in Their Eyes that shows in peoples' eyes is love. But how that love is...
11 October 2011
Nigeria's top Flavour to rock GICC
Flavour, who is popularly known for his hit song Nwa Baby, which many fondly refer to as "Sawa sawa sawalane, ashwao" is scheduled to perform alongside a number of local talents at GICC in a show which promises to be a thriller on October 29. "The...
11 October 2011
Kekana, Moruakgomo make it a night to remember
For those of us who have always liked oldies like Ga o mo rate mokgotsi wa hao and never seen the visually impaired yester year star perform live, it was like a dream come true. Patrons at Monageng Bar in Peleng, Lobatse, had an evening to remember...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Ex-BBAA housemates charm Bull and Bush revelers
Hosted by TeamClay event management committee that was led by Thandie Moremi, the founder of TeamClay, and her son Tshepiso Moremi, (event owner), the amplified surprise event made for Luclay who was the main guest. The mood and attendance were...
NNASARETHA KGAMANYANE
Correspondent 11 October 2011
WHO accuses tobacco industry of dirty tricks
WHO director-general, Margaret Chan, accused cashed-up tobacco firms of using lawsuits to try and subvert national laws and international conventions aimed at curbing cigarette sales."It is horrific to think that an industry known for its dirty...
11 October 2011
Polish PM Tusk scores historic election victory
With 64 percent of the votes counted, Tusk's pro-business party had won 37.5 percent of votes in Sunday's election, short of an absolute majority but far ahead of Jaroslaw Kaczynski's nationalist-conservative Law and Justice party on 30.6 percent....
11 October 2011
Egypt forces, Copt protesters clash, 24 dead
More than 200 people were injured in fighting that erupted during a protest by Copts on Sunday, prompting a curfew in central Cairo, said official statements broadcast on public television. At least five of the dead were mowed down by a speeding army...
11 October 2011
MP decries lack of support for local entrepreneurs
Speaking during Central District's Market Day in Serowe last Saturday, Seretse said it was disheartening that the event was poorly attended because this perpetuated lack of appreciation for the efforts of local entrepreneurs. "Only entrepreneurs are...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Cresta shares track buyback price
For the last six trading days, Cresta was the biggest mover, up 10% to 110thebe on renewed investors' appetite as they aim to cash in on the company's proposed share buyback price of 150thebe.The hotel group's share buyback offer, in which it aims to...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
As I see it
The heading of Spencer Mogapi's column, 'Watchdog' was a mind-teaser: "Onus is on opposition parties to prove they are different from BDP". On the face of it, one could say it is not much of an onus for the opposition parties to prove their...
Michael Dingake 11 October 2011
Lessons from SA's AFCON 'qualification'
Never before has a country celebrated a non-event with such gusto. It was theatre of the absurd, with more bizarre aspects. The cavorting and on-pitch theatrics and pompous post-match posing, was the stuff of the circus that contrasted sharply with...
11 October 2011
Poor project execution hampers Botswana
Speaking at this year's Annual National Convention (NatCon) of Junior Chambers International, the managing director of Innolead, Oabona Kgengwenyane, said Botswana's ranking was dropping mainly in the indicators of health, education, innovation,...
BARATI MATHAMBO
Correspondent 11 October 2011
Youth urged to meet challenges through knowledge
The call was made by Justice Mojanaga, CEO of JUMPCO (Pty) Ltd at the 15th Annual National Convention (NATCON) held in Francistown. The three-day convention themed 'Go impact the world,' was organised by Junior Chambers International (JCI). "As...
BARATI MAUREEN
Correspondent 11 October 2011
UB needs radical change-Prof Melamu
Maybe the time is ripe for the UB management to bring change as guest speaker Professor Moteane Melamu aptly proposed. Melamu said even as people acknowledge that this is a special day for graduands, it does not go beyond doing the 'apologetic march'...
BABOKI KAYAWE
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Mmadinare Trust AGM adjourned after chaos
The adjournment affected an audit report by Grant Thornton Acumen, presentation of which was crucial for MDT to submit to the Ministry of Environment Wildlife and Tourism for the release of this year's elephant quota. Grant Thornton Acumen was...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Judge reeked of alcohol - witness
Tshosa is accused of drunken driving, dangerous driving, assault and failure to provide a breath specimen. He is alleged to have driven a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and causing an accident on the Molepolole-Gaborone Road on May 22...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
BDP councillor arrested for alleged defilement
Ketshogile, a councillor for Lerala, spent the weekend in a police cell on suspicion that he had carnal knowledge of a Form One student. Palapye station commander Superintendent, Kenneth Masole, confirmed they are investigating the case, but ...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Widow fights to retain 'her' sold land
The widow, whose property on the land was demolished by the new owners Kathleen Molaodi and her husband, now rents a hut in Mmathethe village.Ontefetse Papadi, widow of Mpule Papadi, who died in 2005, has taken her deceased stepson, Molaodi and ...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Divisions lock BMD out of talks
Some of the leaders are said to be in support of chairman and BMD chief negotiator Nehemiah Modubule that they should continue as a key partner in the talks, whilst those against are rooting for policy chief Ndaba Gaolatlhe's much publicised view...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
BFTU accuses state of double standards
In a petition addressed to Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Phandu Skelemani Friday, BFTU said it is deeply concerned that Skelemani is silent on the political and economic situation unfolding in Swaziland and Malawi....
BABOKI KAYAWE
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
Ditshwanelo backs South African judges
In a statement, Ditshwanelo said that Molokomme was among the interviewees that were engaged during the research that produced a report that the South African judges based their comments on. The report is entitled 'The Death Penalty in Botswana -...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 11 October 2011
The strategy behind the debacle at GCC
This is a reflection of democracy, as the majority must decide who will lead. But it is also a reflection of strategic manoeuvering that does not always come to the fore. It came as a surprise to many, even the opposition, that the councillor for...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE
Correspondent 12 October 2011
The BNF and BDP's fight for the attention of the ANC: 1912-2004
The Beware of Wolves in Sheep Skins was an attack on Pamphlet No.1 by Daniel Kwelagobe in the 1970s (Kwelagobe c.1979). However, some BNF members got carried away by accusations and the perception of the BDP having been an anti-ANC outfit. For...
CHRISTIAN JOHN MAKGALA 12 October 2011
My HIV testing nightmare at a govt hospital
This was aptly demonstrated by the treatment this writer and hordes of other enthusiastic Batswana and people of other nationalities bent on knowing their status were subjected to on Wednesday. The Ministry of Health has been running campaigns...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 12 October 2011
Woes of a pseudo motorist
For instance, I was utterly shocked upon going to a 'gas station' in the United States and realising I had to fill the tank myself! Fortunately, I was with a local, and he laughed at me as he went about doing the job. I have thought about this Do It...
Kereeditse Lefatsi
Correspondent 12 October 2011
Ontiretse mosweunyane - midwife par-excellence
She would over the course of five decades deliver babies and yes, those babies' babies! For women who had MmaIneeleng deliver their babies once, there was no question over whom they would choose as their midwife. Something about the old woman drew...
Gothataone Moeng
Staff Writer 12 October 2011
Umbrella - a common goal
According to recent media articles there seems to be a lot of dissent between some of the negotiating partners of the umbrella project. As an ardent supporter of the umbrella project, I feel compelled to express myself by writing part of my thinking...
MOHAMED KHAN 12 October 2011
The ups and downs of opposition cooperation
At times it does not rain but pours for the Umbrella. Sometimes it is too windy. There are also days of calm. But this week has not been good for the opposition cooperation project and the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) must be happy. That...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE 12 October 2011
'We will deliver the Umbrella' - Modubule
Mmegi - It has been an eventful week for you. You had a press conference yesterday (Wednesday) and this morning you were on radio. How would you describe the state of the talks as we speak now? Modubule - Well, the talks are on track. I am confident...
12 October 2011
A forgettable independence day
In my neighbourhood, everything was normal: kids played in front of their houses, an inconsistent trickle of cars drove past, one, two, three people walked to and fro past my house, my housemates slept and woke up in time for repeats of their...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 12 October 2011
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